New Roads, New Hopes: 294 Himachal Villages to Get Connected Under PMGSY
Himachal Pradesh is gearing up for a major infrastructure push—1,438 kilometres of new roads will soon link 294 villages across the state, giving thousands of residents easier access to markets, schools, and healthcare. All these villages have populations of over 250, making road connectivity a vital step toward improving daily life.
The Public Works Department (PWD) has already prepared detailed project reports and submitted them to the Union Ministry of Rural Development. Work will begin once the proposals receive final approval, with the fourth phase of the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) scheduled to roll out next year.
District-wise highlights:
- Shimla: 97 roads, 474 km (largest share)
- Kullu & Chamba: 65 roads each, 406 km and 228 km respectively
- Mandi: 23 roads, 115 km
- Sirmaur: 11 roads, 59 km
- Kinnaur: 8 roads, 64 km
- Smaller allocations: Solan (3 roads), Bilaspur, Hamirpur, Lahaul-Spiti, and Una (2–4 roads each)
In total, DPRs worth ₹9 crore have been sent for approval, covering hundreds of proposals across all 12 districts. For villagers, these roads promise more than just smoother travel—they represent better opportunities, faster access to services, and stronger ties to the rest of the state.
